What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station is to train which costs ¥210 - ¥300 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Otsukyo. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station?

The distance between Kyoto and Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station is 13 km. The road distance is 14.2 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥210 - ¥300.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station?

The train from Kyōto to Otsukyo takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station train from?

Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station train arrive?

Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Otsukyo station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station is 14 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station.

Where can I stay near Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station?

There are 3706+ hotels available in Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station.

Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station by train, subway, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kyōto to Otsukyotrain [22983] JR Kosei / ...
36 min
¥210–300
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Misasagisubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
2. Take the train from Misasagi to Biwako-Hamaotsutrain [98136] Keihan Keishin
38 min
¥520–623
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Stationtaxi 14.2 km
18 min
¥5,000–6,500
Drive 14.2 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Biwako-Hamaōtsu Stationcar 14.2 km
18 min
¥246–355

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Distance: 13.3 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Biwako-Hamaōtsu Station, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Otsukyo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–300 and the journey takes 11 min.

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